Frangipanni Cuttings?

Question

What is the best time of year to take Frangipanni Cuttings (for an Australian Climate, more specifically Western Australia) and should they be dried out first, should something be put on the cutting to promote root growth, when should they be potted, do they need to be in shade for a while, should I use soil or potting mix, should I water them much after potting??
Many Thanks in advance

Answer 1

pending where you are in the west --- but you can take frangipanni cuttings any time of the year ( although you wouldn't while their flowering ) cut them off around 200mm long cut them with a 45 % angle ( that way if it has no leaves --- you'll know which end to propagate ) let them dry out at least for one day --- put them in potting mix --- one to a pot --- water them in well for the shock syndrome then once a week for a month and see how their travelling then back the water off --- sometimes they can be a bit slow to take --- particularly getting into the winter months --- and you might think they need a drink of water --- don't be tempted !! good luck ps i'm in north queensland.

Answer 2

I have had success with my only attempt at growing from a cutting. I simply cut all flowers from the cutting, hung it upside down in a cool place for a few days and then planted in a sandy-soil mixture and watered - water to maintain moisture in the soil but drain well as any other plant. Good luck.

Answer 3

Secrets of Success
temp-average warmth-minimum 50 degrees in winter.
light-bright light with some direct sun.
water-water librally from spring to autumn. water very sparingly in winter.
air humidity-mist leaves occasionally.
repotting- repot in spring every two years.
propagation-take stem cuttings in spring. use a rooting hormone and provide bottom heat.
Potting soil.
Don't dry out.
Just use barely moist soil to repot.

this is from the book 'The House Plant Expert' by Dr. D.G. Hessayon
it does not say about australia-I'm in USA.